Lionel Richie undergoes heart procedure, will ‘take some time off’
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Key Points:
- Lionel Richie underwent a heart procedure to treat Atrial fibrillation (AFib), leading to the postponement of at least three scheduled shows in San Francisco, Chicago, and Columbus, with no makeup dates set yet.
- Richie’s representative confirmed the procedure went perfectly and that he is recovering well but requires time off before returning to the stage.
- The postponed shows were part of a tour with Earth, Wind & Fire, originally planned for late September and early October.
- Richie has an upcoming residency at the Encore Theater in Wynn Las Vegas in October and November, but the status of these shows is currently uncertain.
- Richie has experienced recent health issues, including dizziness during a June 24 performance in St. Paul, Minnesota, which forced him to cut the show short.
